Food service management is a demanding, fast-paced field in the daily operations and management of restaurants and other related establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages. Your ticket to an entry-level managerial position in this exciting industry is a degree in Food Service Management from Sam Houston State University (SHSU).
Opportunities in food service management abound as our busy society demands food prepared outside the home. The travel industry, including tours and cruises, also contributes to the need for quality quantity food preparation and food service managers. Well-trained in safety and sanitation, graduates of the Food Service Management Program have no difficulty finding suitable employment.
Because the department also offers courses in Food Science and Nutrition, you will be perfectly positioned to manage food service facilities in hospitals, nursing homes, and educational facilities.